Known for its spectacular illumination effects and themes based on the military backdrop, like every year, members of Kokar Durga Puja Samiti as a mark of tribute to Indian soldiers this festive season too has presented a vista of surgical strikes. Imitating the similar scene by creating mountains, line of control (loC) and the struggle of military men, all mandatory elements have been added with the theme to present a look of real base camp.
Interestingly, rolling back to the year 2016, when the surgical strike took place and adding on more to the theme, few artists dressed up in army attire will be present at the spot. A skit depicting the clash of army men of two countries will be presented. Pandal hoppers will enter the main podium where the deities have been decked up after crossing the imaginary borders, mountains.
Also, with the help of vibrant lights, the designers of the puja pandal have utilised other creative devises to lure the revelers. From decorating the archway with colourful designer lights to using miniscule fine art work in and around the puja pandal premises to create perfect festive ambiance, the members are leaving no stone unturned to give tough competition to other puja pandals decked up in Capital City.
Adding on to other major attractions, the Kokar Durga Puja pandal that pulls a good crowd has been opened for the devotees from September 25. With the arrangements like gaming zone for kids on premises, the puja pandal is likely to attract more number of people in the days to come.
“Keeping aside all regular designs that are picked up every year, we focused on the concept that can inspire all especially the youths. At the end, we finalised the surgical strike theme. The designs of deities have been kept simple but we have enhanced the interior beauty with lights, shells, beads etc. use,” said, a member of Kokar Durga Puja Samiti.